Genz Benz Shuttle Max 12.0/Uber Bass 212

[dreadtodred]

love this cats playing,funky,even and clean..peace!

[victorgtz]

I noticed the Badass bridge on your Jazz Bass there, Ed. I'm interested in getting one. How much of a tone difference does it make? Is it worth it?

[SotR59]

great review and demo. 

[Solarpowerization]

Just curious where you have the tweeter on the 2x12 set during this demo. I'm really getting close to buying the 2x12 I have the Shtl 9.0 so I hope it matches up as well as your Shtl Max.

[BassGuitarMag]

@Solarpowerization - Don't remember doing anything different with it for this, usually right in the middle at 12 oclock. It's a good match!

[nolliefIip]

Oh my God, now I have to decide between a Genz Benz and an Aguilar.

[astrotrain53]

Hi Ed, where can I find a J-retro preamp? I'm looking to install one on my MIA jazz bass

[BassGuitarMag]

@astrotrain53 - I'm not sure, maybe you have to order them direct from John East in the UK.

[hoppefan]

is every bass your personal bass you actually own???

[BassGuitarMag]

@hoppefan - Yes.

[plindsey3]

Ed,

Your '88 P-Bass and my 2010 MIM P-Bass sound just alike. And, I have this amp, so that bodes well for me.

[jmanis92]

Hey Ed would you say this is a good amp for metal?

[BassGuitarMag]

@jmanis92 - Sure, it's loud, flexible, and you can dial in some grit.

[jmanis92]

@BassGuitarMag Thank you. I was looking at the Ampeg svt 2 pro, but man that is alot of money haha. The tone that this amp has is very nice and seems to pack a punch!

[tylerwylie]

@BassGuitarMag / @jmanis92 I use this with the 410 cab instead of a 212, the 410 definitely has the bottom to support the lower tuning, I'm playing a 6 string tuned down to A and this amp and cab just want more and more of the bottom! Depending on the bass you're playing and the ideal tone you're going for, you might want to get something like the Aguilar Tone Hammer or the Sansamp BDDI to help. My Bongo doesn't really need it to get some 'grit' but my Fender Jazz needs some help getting there.

[grota66]

The tube channel is so much warmer.

[svtrs1]

Nice amp, by the way I haven´t found any reviews about de AXL bass amps, have you ever tried one?, because i really want to know about the sound that they can give you, tanks for your time men

[JAldwin]

Really loving the sound of all your basses that had the Labella Flatwound strings on them, wow!

Great product review!

[AttitudeCastle]

Hey Ed, what an awesome amp! Wish i had the dough!

Quick question though, i am looking at getting a new cab, and i've boiled it down to a 212 and a 210, i have played through both with the amp i will be using but it was only on a 4 string and i play a 6 string, As a general rule would the 212 support the Low B better? If i got the 210 i might add another 210 under neath or a 115, but i would keep the 212 stand alone. Any thoughts? Many thanks! AC

[BassGuitarMag]

@AttitudeCastle - in general you can say that 212 will have more low end than a 210, but it also depends on the cabinet design, the type of speakers... I myself prefer 12s to 10s for bass.

[gregorykgreiner]

Thanks Ed for all the great gear videos. You are really a great resource to bass players all over the world. I would really, really appreciate it if you would also produce a video wher you play fretless bass through the Genz Benz. Thanks again and "keep'em comin".

[BassGuitarMag]

@gregorykgreiner - You're welcome. Check out the Clement fretless, Lightwave SaberXL, and MXR Bass Octave deluxe demos.

[plindsey3]

Bought this amp late this summer, find it interesting you niticed the same thing I did about playing different basses through it. I'm not in a situation that justifies owning it (except just "wanting" it) but it's a nice amp.

[borcemiovski]

hi ed,from your experience do you think that there is a big difference between gbe750/1200 and the shuttle series,i played last night gbe750 and man it blow me away,great sound!i wanted to buy shuttle 6.0 and now i'm hesitating between these two amps.greetings from macedonia.

[BassGuitarMag]

@borcemiovski - Yes, they are very different. They are two totally different design concepts, and they are voiced a little differently. The GBE has different midrange control, 3 bands of Mid instead of one band of sweepable Mid on the Shuttle. Of course, it's not small and lightweight like the Shuttle too. It's hard for me to describe the sound, but if you go back to my earlier reviews, I'm using a GBE 1200, so you can hear the tone of that amp and compare it to the Shuttle review. I like both.

[xMasterxRazorx]

I think my favorite combo would be a P bass with worn in steel strings through the 2x12 on the tube channel. Not to knock the tone of the Jazz at all, but I'm a finger style player and nothing beats a P bass for that.

[SuperGuy344]

What type/year of Jazz bass is that? It sounds beautiful, and the neck is lovely.

[BassGuitarMag]

@SuperGuy344 - Fender 74 Jazz.

[xMasterxRazorx]

Do you have one pickup solo'd on that Jazz or do you have both pickups on full?

[BassGuitarMag]

@xMasterxRazorx - Both up full.

[delitemyheart]

@BassGuitarMag G,day Ed. I noticed you used a 4string bass for this review. Do you know if this rig reproduces the low B string nice & accurate??? Also..what do you think of Genz Benz in terms of reliability???

Great review man..cheers!

[BassGuitarMag]

@delitemyheart - Hell yes! It does the B string proud. I just felt like playing my old Jazz, it's still the best sounding bass I own. I use this amp in all my videos, so you can hear it with several 5 strings if you like. Reliability has been great, and the customer service at GB is excellent.

[shibilski]

hey Ed, what amp and bass do YOU prefer?

[BassGuitarMag]

@shibilski - 90% of the time I use a Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0/12t, but when I need more I use the Shuttle 9.0 or Max 12 with the Uber 212 or Neoxt 212. All Genz, all the time!

[rickenbacker95]

im looking into a new rig and genz benz is a choice for me, but ive heard they are thin sounding. what do you say about that?

[BassGuitarMag]

@rickenbacker95 - Really? Listen for yourself - does this amp sound thin? I don't think so. Not to say that some idiot out there couldn't have bought one and made it sound thin... but that would take some work. I have several different Genz rigs, and thin is NOT a word I use to describe the tone. Awesome, yes.

[ObeseK1tten]

how much do these cost retail? they sound great

[adurgaram]

YES YES YES Finaly thx MR Ed :)

[79catcer]

Ed, big fan and subscriber here. In you shuttle 9.0 review, you mentioned the high pass filter being lower in frequency than the shuttle 6.0. How does the shuttle max amps compare with regards to their high pass filter? And maybe you weren't given these specs, but how does the lows sound to you compared to the 9.0? Thanks

[BassGuitarMag]

@79catcer - I don't know about that, but I don't feel any lack of bottom. Pretty freakin' beefy.

[magicownz123]

This video is pure porn, thanks for playing with so many basses.

[n00bz0rpwnz0r]

DO WANT!!! how much?

[dasgre0g]

Oh and thanks for playing so many different basses through it. Really helps the listener get a great idea of the sound of the amp.

[dasgre0g]

Thanks to Ed, I no longer have to go to Bass Emporium to try out new basses and amps. I just watch his videos and buy them! No seriously, these really do help

[hasegawamiki]

Hi, Ed. What do you use to record the sound?

[BassGuitarMag]

@hasegawamiki - I use a Rode NT1-a mic into Pro Tools

[hasegawamiki]

@BassGuitarMag Thanks a lot for answering ^ ^, but besides the mic, do you use some sort of interface?

I ask because I compared one of your videos with another review and the sound was very different, so I wanna check on that =)

[BassGuitarMag]

@hasegawamiki - I use the Digi 003 with Protools.

[hasegawamiki]

@BassGuitarMag Hey, thanks a lot. I'll be checking those out =)

[BassGuitarMag]

@hasegawamiki - actually, I think it's a Rode NT2-a.

[spatemdim]

I did enjoy it. Thank-you.

[malvarez1991]

i swear, when you play you just make it so effortless. im jealous, i guess thats what experience gives you

[womanlybassplayer]

Great review! Love the various bass and string combinations represented!

[impulsoprog]

Man... I always watch at your reviews.

Best channel for bassist on 'Tube, that's sure!

Keep grooving man, cheers from Argentina!

[vokes420]

Dream Rig...Flatwounds on a Stingray? what gives?

[BassGuitarMag]

@vokes420 - flats on a Ray! Kicks ass!

[dasgre0g]

@vokes420  I have flats on my stingray AND my Bongo. always have. you're missing out!

[bremsnix]

Dear Ed,

if you like the Genz Benz for its clarity and warmth, you should definately try the Glockenklang amps as well, never played an amp as defined and clear as a Glockenklang. Good work though, makes me get an eargasm! :)

[BassGuitarMag]

@bremsnix - I have tried them. Nice amps, a little too expensive for me though.

[rengersijtsma]

Very good review. High level. Good structured. Different angles. Smart to let hear multiple basses. My compliments for this good work and taken time, because it takes a lot of time, setting up and recording a good review..

Musical regards,

Renger from the Netherlands

[BassGuitarMag]

@rengersijtsma - Thanks, it does take time, but I do the best I can by myself.

[FatTomy]

was that airline out of tune or something? sounds weird on the high notes.... kind of.....

[BassGuitarMag]

@FatTomy - It might have been slightly out of tune.... I had the tape rolling, running out of time, just grabbed it and played! But also, a short scale with foam under the bridge will sometimes play slightly out.

[FatTomy]

ah alright ^^ just wanted to know, thank you Ed. Keep it coming please you´re the best source for reviews! And you´re one hell of a Bassist!

[mdfk667]

Thank you for this great review!

[95thanasis]

Mr friedland, you have the best bass channel on youtube! great review as always! this one was too good to be free of charge... XD p.s your peanut precision sounded best of them all (for me). original bass sound!!!!! thank you very much.

[BassGuitarMag]

@95thanasis - You're right..... send me some money!

[danbassuk]

I've got the SM 1200 and I absolutely LOVE It. I run it through a Mark Bass 6x10 via my Dingwall but after listening to that I am going to try the 12x2 and 4x10 set up if possible. Sounded fat!!! Great video Ed!

[MrRedrocket42]

Ed, the Genz does sound quite cool, but that Fender of yours sounds bloody fantastic! Your chops as always are a total inspiration. Please keep 'em coming!

[BassGuitarMag]

@MrRedrocket42 - Thanks.

[borcemiovski]

hey ed,i need to change the pickup on my fender 51 p bass.do you have any sugestion?,there is not many companies that make single-coil pickups for 51 p-bass.great rewiew.

[BassGuitarMag]

@borcemiovski - Yes, I replaced mine with a Nordstrand SCPB, and it's split coil so it doesn't hum. An excellent pickup!

[namcizum]

BASS PORN!!! All of your basses on a single video = AWESOME!!! :-D

[BassGuitarMag]

@namcizum - No, not ALL of them! ;)

[ivanstroke]

HEY ED,WHAT  MULTIEFECT PEDAL IS BETTER BOSS ME20B OR BOSS ME 50B

[BassGuitarMag]

@ivanstroke - Don't know.

[ivanstroke]

@BassGuitarMag OK,SHOULD MAKE A DEMOSRTAION OF MOSRITE BASSES

[spikestripe123]

@ivanstroke i have the boss ME 50b and its really good i ddnt play the ME 20b but from what i understand the ME 20b has less effects and less variables to tweak but roughly the same quality of effects

[6690698]

Ed!! My dream rig is a Gallien-Krueger, but I think you have changed my mind!! I love the way the Carvin sounded in this vid. I have a Carvin LB75 and use a Ampeg 100 combo amp at church. This sounds like the tone I've been searching for! Can't wait to get my hands on it!! (that's what she said!

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[pbobassist]

Wow that was soo cool! Great idea showing the transparency by playing multiple basses through the same settings!

[proxyflamer]

i really like the Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0/12t Combo review you did Ed

[BassGuitarMag]

@proxyflamer - Thanks, I'm still using that amp 85% of the time, over two years later.

[mindbodylightsound10]

modern amps are too complicated, all i need are a 12ax7, a couple kt88's, volume, bass, mid and treble knob and a speaker out. that's it.

[jiafu]

Ed Friedland makes the best reviews! hope to see more posts!

[zekuhryuh]

I was wondering something, and I suppose it's a bit off topic but I need to ask a human....How do I set up my SR506's truss rods? Is only one acting as the truss rod and the other just for stability?

[BassGuitarMag]

@zekuhryuh - Both truss rods are used to keep the neck straight - one for each side of the neck. If you have a wide fingerboard, it's helpful to be able to straighten each side as needed.

[zekuhryuh]

@BassGuitarMag Thanks for the info! This makes a ton of sense because the B-E-A side sounds pretty clean and has low action, whereas the D-G-C side gets quite choked/buzzed.

[CodyCEngdahl]

The best part about this for me is just hearing all the different basses played with the same settings. It just solidified my love for the P bass.

[baronofbefoulment]

Great video. This is the kind of amp that I always wanted. But I'd hook it up to a 6x10 and a 4x12.

[Thatguy301]

Awesome review as always. I aspire to be a player like you :). I've always wondered though, what are your preferred strings?

[Tooltrocity]

Thank you for doing the rig comparison at the end. I've never heard anything past a 2x10 in person, but there is a really noticeable difference when you A/B them like you did. Professional as always, Ed, thanks a ton for another great review.

[brunocoelhobass]

BTW, I also prefer the 212 to the 410.

[Thegiacobass]

me wantz it now the O.D channel was awe inspiring

[brunocoelhobass]

Ohhh.... This Fender Jazz Bass sounds sooooo good! Seriously, dream tone right there.

[Moochi96]

"i hope my neighbors understand" XD

[iwantagoodnameplease]

You've mastered the ability to say neodymium. :)

[RareAirSupply]

I can not recall any videos where you've played a warwick bass... Don't you like warwicks?

[BoseBassist]

@RareAirSupply theres a video he did about a week or so ago, where he did a review on a warwick bass.

[BassGuitarMag]

@RareAirSupply - look a little harder, there's a Warwick review up, and more to come.

[hasegawamiki]

@RareAirSupply The last one (I think) was a Warwick.

[metallicaphanatic93]

I think i've found my next amp :D

[zeroncali1]

I found this video helpful for a number of reasons. It not only showed off the amp and cab but it is a good quick reference video on the way those different basses sound. It also demonstrates the difference between a 2x12 and 4x10 cab very well. Very well done as always.

[carbonatedbrainsauce]

How does the shuttle work out with the upright? Is the input impedance high enough that it works well with piezo pickups?

[6y298]

darn good mike you got there Ed, you can hear EVERYthing differently and clearly - nice review - enjoyed it as always.

[j3rdog]

I have a SM 12.0 with two, GB 2-12 Neox cabs. Let me tell you one thing. Neither one of my guitar players wants to get into a crank it up contest with me. The sound is MASSIVE. I F'ing love this head. The only thing is I wish Ida got a 4 ten cab. I love the punchyness you get from tens. Oh well. I still get tons of compliments from people after shows about my tone.

[austinwilliamsin666]

i lthink it souded best with the sb5000 and the Jazz bass

[dww0902]

Sounds great.

Is this demo "just because"? :)

Have you ever played Aguilar gear?

If so, how would you compare it to the stuff Genz Benz offers?

I've got an Aguilar AG500SC and GS212, but I'm looking for a change.

[xlordofgamingx]

foist

[eduardobadra]

that thing is powerful. man, my 60 watt Hiwatt feels puny lol

[flipper2gv]

first?